TDH Urges Caution In High Heat
Wednesday, June 22, 2022 8:40 am xtreme heat continues to impact the state and the Tennessee Department of Health is urging Tennesseans to follow important safety tips to avoid heat-related illnesses. ''Summer is usually a great time to be outdoors, and it is important to be careful when you're out in the sun, especially in recent high temperatures occurring across the state,'' said Tennessee Health Commissioner Morgan McDonald, MD, FACP, FAAP.'' To avoid heat-related illness it's important to drink plenty of water and avoid being outside during the hottest part of the day.'' Heat-related Illness includes heat exhaustion which causes heavy sweating, paleness, muscle cramps, weakness and nausea or vomiting. The most serious heat-related illness is heat stroke. Heat stroke symptoms include red, dry skin, rapid pulse, dizziness, nausea and confusion. Steps to avoid heat-related illness include : Look Before You Lock Sporting Activities/Summer Camps For more more heat safety tips go to https://www.cdc.gov/disasters/extremeheat/warning.html. The mission of the Tennessee Department of Health is to protect, promote and improve the health and prosperity of people in Tennessee. Learn more about TDH services and programs at www.tn.gov/health.
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